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Willie
Athlete · Powerlifting · Athletics
“When I lift, everybody in the gym is cheering for me. I used to be shy. Now I'm the one cheering for everyone else.”
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“When I lift, everybody in the gym is cheering for me. I used to be shy. Now I'm the one cheering for everyone else.”
Willie
Athlete · Powerlifting · Athletics
“I came to volunteer one Saturday and never left. These athletes are my teammates, and honestly, my best friends.”
Rachael
Unified Partner · Flag Football · Bowling
“Janessa found her people here. Game days are the highlight of our week, and she's never missed a practice.”
The King Family
Athlete Family · Basketball
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[email protected]Athlete of the Month · October 2026
Willie
Powerlifting · Athletics
Willie set a personal record in the deadlift at regionals and then spent the rest of the day spotting for his teammates. That's who he is.
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